We've listed the following glossaries to help identify the language of PACEs science and to define terms clearly and consistently. The PACEs Connection glossary comprises words and phrases we've identified, as well as those from the other glossaries below.
We want the PACEs Connection glossary to be a living, evolving word list. In the comments, please feel free to add words and phrases, and expand definitions.
PACEs Connection Glossary Terms for and from the Field (2017)
This list of terms have been defined with respect to PACEs science. This glossary is used organizationally at PACEs Connection and is attached for your use.
Building Community Resilience Project Glossary (2017)
This glossary is a collection of terms and definitions drawn from various sources. It has been attached below for your use.
The Change in Mind Initiative Glossary (2016)
The Initiative, which is a partnership between the Alliance for Strong Families and Communities and the Palix Foundation, provides a glossary of terms used in their report: Using a Brain Science-Infused Lens in Policy Development. The glossary begins on page 10 of the document.
The Language of ACEs (2017)
Housed within the Community Resilience Cookbook, this list offers clarity of terms to help foster cross-sector conversations.
Roadmap for Resilience: The California Surgeon General’s Report on Adverse Childhood Experiences, Toxic Stress, and Health (2020)
This report has a glossary of terms on page xxiii.